Audit & Accounts Senior – Newbury

Location: Newbury

Salary: Competitive Salary and fantastic benefits

Numero Recruitment, the leading recruiter for Audit jobs across the South East & London are currently recruiting for one of the UK’s leading and fastest growing accountancy firms that would like to recruit an Audit & Accounts Senior into their experienced team in High Newbury.

Reporting to the Audit and Accounts Manager and Partners, this position is designed to provide a high level of service to various audit clients. The main purpose of the role is to ensure compliance with GAPP and practical guidance is provided on regulatory matters such as tax and VAT regulations, requirements of UK law and the principles of good governance. You will also be responsible for the preparation of year end accounts; preparation of tax returns and providing business advice to clients. This role will evolve to take full responsibility for a portfolio of such clients.

The Role:

Managing audits both in but primarily out of the office using a computerised audit system
To supervise and assist junior team members both in house and off site
To delegate and review work of junior team members; including audit files, draft documentation, accounts and corporation tax computations
Liaise closely with clients including regular meeting at client sites
Ensure client engagement documentation is up to date
Drafting of client invoices and to chase outstanding invoices
Regular review of client WIP and debtor
To assist in the preparation of proposals for new work, where necessary
To act as a mentor for junior team members and provide day to day training
Attendance at marketing events
Preparation of accounts for a variety of small clients.
Preparation of all draft documents including letter of representation and minutes
Arrange for tax computation to be prepared by the tax team and provides them with all the data which they have requested, along with a drafted tax comp. Subsequently posts tax journals and update the accounts file for the tax computation received.
Highlights any deficiencies in client records provided or in the conduct of the client’s business which are material or a cause for concern and recommends action to client to improve matters.
To ensure necessary adjustments are made to accounts before they are finalised and that disclosure checklists are completed.
Management accounts preparation
Delegate analysis work to more junior staff and monitor progress, including reviewing work once complete.
Travelling to client premises as required and to deal with clients in a professional manner either in person, telephone or by email.
Providing advice to owner managers on both business and personal matters.

Requirements:

Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)
Previous experience in practice
Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Experience of completing audit and accounts work for a variety of business entities
Possess a high level of technical knowledge combined with excellent commercial awareness
Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to the audience
Proficient in the use of using a computerised audit systems
Competent in Microsoft office, including Excel and Word
Ability to identify commercial and professional risks and ensure these are managed effectively
Ability to prioritise workload in order to achieve work deadlines
Driver with access to a car
Project a professional manner and appearance at all times
Track record of successfully managing, motivating and leading junior staff on assignments
Ability to delegate effectively

Numero Recruitment work with practice Accountancy firms across the UK and overseas in places such as Australia, the Caribbean and the Channel Islands. Whilst we do our best to advertise all current opportunities, we would encourage all Accountancy professionals to contact us if you are considering new career opportunities or searching for career advice. We will provide professional advice and if you wish to speak with potential new employers, we are confident we will be able to make suitable introductions and assist you in securing the right opportunity for your career.

We also offer an excellent referral reward scheme that pays up to £1,000 if you can introduce us to other professionals that we successfully place into a new position.